Title

Learning about mathematics

Authors

Bob Perry, Charles Sturt University
Sue Dockett, Charles Sturt University

Files

Description

Chapters 14 follows on from the previous chapter, with a STEM focus. This time focussing on mathematics in ECEC. Through evidence-informed literature, readers will explore how children learn mathematics, the important role of educators, and will learn about the eight powerful mathematical ideas. Knowing more about the eight powerful mathematical ideas and how to incorporate this learning into programs is ‘an important step in supporting young children as powerful mathematicians’, according to the authors.

ISBN

978-1-74286-555-3

Publication Date

12-1-2020

Publisher

ACER Press

City

Camberwell, Australia

DOI

https://doi.org/10.37517/978-1-74286-555-3_14

Keywords

Early childhood education, Mathematics education, Mathematical concepts, Young children

Disciplines

Early Childhood Education

Comments

Citation APA 7th edition

Perry, B., & Dockett, S. (2020). Learning about mathematics. In A. Kilderry & B. Raban (Eds.), Strong Foundations: Evidence informing practice in early childhood education and care (pp. 204-219). ACER Press. https://doi.org/10.37517/978-1-74286-555-3_14

Recommended Citation

Perry, Bob and Dockett, Sue, "Learning about mathematics" (2020). Strong Foundations. 14.
https://research.acer.edu.au/strong-foundations/14